About Us – Meet the team – Muhammad Mustafa
Muhammad Mustafa
Corporate Finance Director
Muhammad Mustafa is an ACA-qualified Corporate Finance Director with nearly a decade in M&A, restructuring, and deal advisory. He supports SMEs, private equity firms, and lenders with buy-side and sell-side transactions, refinancing, and exit strategies.
With experience at KPMG and BDO, Muhammad brings a strong network in lending and private equity and expertise across retail, manufacturing, construction, and healthcare. He ensures transparent, well-prepared exits and values Hilton Smythe’s honest, client focused approach.
He sees M&A activity picking up as interest rates fall and advises sellers to plan ahead and buyers to conduct thorough due diligence. Passionate about delivering results, he thrives on the fast-paced, dynamic nature of his work.
Outside of finance, Muhammad enjoys cricket, reading, and time with his wife and two boys. In another life, he’d have been an electrician.
Favourite quote: “Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving.” – Conrad Hilton.
Colleagues describe him as: Supportive, dedicated, and trustworthy.
